Minimally invasive treatment for neck and jowls: FaceTite or SmartLipo Triplex? (photos)

I never cease to be amazed by the power of advertising and marketing to sway public opinion. Unfortunately, to date, most of the expensive, so-called "energy-based devices," like fraxels, RF devices, etc., are backed far more by device manufacturer marketing hype than hard science. So, be very cautious, and exercise a whole lot of "buyer beware" when evaluating claims for these approaches. A variety of HA fillers, on the other hand, each with its on uses, are being used successfully to treat each of the problems shown in the photos. A robust, lifting HA filler injected appropriately in the cheeks, for example, would create a more heart-shaped feminine face and would secondarily diminish the smile lines. Another HA filler injected appropriately at the corners of the mouth would diminish the marionette lines and straighten the downturning angles of the mouth. Robust HA fillers could be used to straighten and define the jawline (and hence diminish the sagging and jowl formation), as would HA chin augmentation, the latter further improving the jawline, as well as harmonizing the projection of the chin with that of the lips and nose. And, finally, HA skin boosters along with less robust HA fillers can help to tighten the neck and diminish crepeyness and the horizontal "necklace lines." And, what's more, in experienced hands, all of this, if so desired, can be done in one treatment session with immediate results that typically engender a "Wow!" reaction. Make sure to consult an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist. Best of luck.

FaceTite can internally tighten the skin in the lower face and neck. After all the skin has been heated and contracted, we shape the neck with liposuction to give definition and remove stubborn pockets of fat. In one quick treatment, we can tighten skin, remove fat, and contour the lower face, jawline, and jowls with only a weekend of downtime.​ Keep in mind that combination approaches will give you a more significant improvement as opposed to a single procedure. I recommend getting a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Thank you for your question and pictures. Based on the photos, I think Facetite could work for you. Facetite generally involves three parts: 1. The Facetite hand piece is introduced under the skin through a very tiny incision to tighten skin and melt fat, 2. Liposuction, and 3. Additional skin tightening with a Morpheus 8 treatment. The skin tightening and fat melting is possible by the introduction of radiofrequency energy by both the Facetite hand piece and the Morpheus hand piece. Liposuction results can be seen as soon as the swelling subsides and the skin tightening results continue to improve over time. I recommend you see a provider in person to have a consultation to see if Facetite is right for you. Good luck!

Hello Kay,Thank you for posting your question and photographs. Facetite or smart lipo may not be enough to correct the laxity of the neck skin shown in photographs. As for the midface, HA fillers would give the cheeks a subtle lift, which also slightly improves the lower face. I would suggest consulting with multiple facial surgeons and gathering several opinions on improving the neck area to decide on the correct treatment. Best of Luck.